
What are the different types of contraception? - NICHD
2016年9月8日 · There are many different types of contraception, but not all types are appropriate for all situations. The most appropriate method of birth control depends on an individual's overall health, age, frequency of sexual activity, number of sexual partners, desire to have children in the future, and family history of certain diseases.
Contraception and Birth Control
2016年9月12日 · Contraception allows for the prevention of pregnancy and for planning the timing of pregnancy. Some methods can also protect against infections. Modern methods of contraception include oral contraceptives (such as birth control pills), contraceptive vaginal rings, condoms, intrauterine devices (also called IUDs), injectable and …
Medication-Related Treatments for Fibroids - NICHD
2018年10月19日 · Certain medical treatments to reduce fibroid size and blood loss may be used in combination with other treatments. Common medical treatments for fibroids include: 1, 2 Pain medicine. Over-the-counter or prescription medicine is often used for mild or occasional pain from fibroids. Birth control pills or other types of hormonal birth control.
What are the treatments for endometriosis? - NICHD
2019年10月13日 · Treatments for pain or infertility from endometriosis may include pain medicines, hormone treatments, or surgery. Learn more.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2017年1月31日 · STDs, also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are typically caused by bacteria or viruses and are passed from person to person during sexual contact with the penis, vagina, anus, or mouth. The symptoms of STDs/STIs vary between individuals, depending on the cause, and many people may not experience symptoms at all.
What are the treatments for PCOS? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2024年7月26日 · Because PCOS has a broad range of symptoms, health care providers may use a variety of treatments for this condition.
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and …
2012年5月10日 · It is the most common vaginal infection in women of reproductive age. 1, 2 A change in the balance of bacteria that normally live in the vagina causes BV. Factors that change the balance include douching, taking antibiotics, wearing an intrauterine device (IUD), and having unprotected sexual activity, among others.
Contraception and Birth Control | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2017年1月31日 · Contraception allows for the prevention of pregnancy and for planning the timing of pregnancy. Some methods can also protect against infections. Modern methods of contraception include oral contraceptives (such as birth control pills), contraceptive vaginal rings, condoms, intrauterine devices (also called IUDs), injectable and …
How effective is male contraception? - NICHD
2012年6月4日 · Not all contraceptive methods are appropriate for all situations, and individuals should consult their healthcare providers to determine which method of birth control is best for them.
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and …
2020年8月25日 · Prenatal Screening Health care providers recommend that certain pregnant women, including those who are older than 35 years of age and those with a family history of certain conditions, have their fetuses tested prenatally, while still in the womb, for conditions that cause IDD. There are two main types of prenatal tests.